In pictures: Crises that have crippled Italy

The European Union has warned that Italy's economy is not improving

November 2016: Florence erupts in violence as anti-Renzi protesters clash with riot cops. Hooded youths attacked lines of cops protecting embattled prime minister Matteo Renzi, who was in the city for crunch political talks.

“Others have considered it important to show the values of anti-racism and not give the streets to fascist movements.”

Showing support for the planned anti-fascist demonstration, he added that the protest can be managed in an “orderly and secure way” and denied “that it will create tensions”.

Mr Grasso also said the principles of anti-fascism “can not be questioned”.

He added: “Ignoring fears is not good for the country, me must stop social tensions."